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Do I need a big down payment if my credit score is not great?

A larger drive-off (down payment) reduces your monthly payment but generally does not improve your approval odds or your money factor. Lenders approve or decline based on your credit profile — not how much cash you put down upfront. If your score is borderline, the better moves are reducing credit card utilization, disputing errors, or considering a co-signer. Putting a large chunk down on a lease can also mean that money is at risk if the vehicle is totaled early in the lease term.

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Excellent client relations. Easy to reach and easy to talk to. Highly recommend.
Excellent client relations. Easy to reach and easy to talk to. Highly recommend.

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Smoothest car transaction I’ve ever experienced. Quick, yet detailed, responses to all my questions. It’s a process I always dread but Sean made it seem so easy and more affordable. Highly recommend

Smoothest car transaction I’ve ever experienced. Quick, yet detailed, responses to all my questions. It’s a process I always dread but Sean made it seem so easy and more affordable. Highly recommend

Ryan Murphy

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This was my first time using a car broker, and it was a great experience. The entire process was incredibly smooth and easy from start to finish. Communication was clear, responses were quick, and they were very patient while answering questions and walking me through everything. I work in operations, so I tend to notice when processes are organized and efficient, and I really appreciated how straightforward and seamless they made the entire experience. What is usually a stressful process felt simple and well managed. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for an easier way to lease or purchase a vehicle.
This was my first time using a car broker, and it was a great experience. The entire process was incredibly smooth and easy from start to finish. Communication was clear, responses were quick, and they were very patient while answering questions and walking me through everything. I work in operations, so I tend to notice when processes are organized and efficient, and I really appreciated how straightforward and seamless they made the entire experience. What is usually a stressful process felt simple and well managed. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for an easier way to lease or purchase a vehicle.

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The car was delivered as expected and communication regarding its status was excellent.
The car was delivered as expected and communication regarding its status was excellent.

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David W. and his team put together a deal on a car that I am very happy with. They made the whole process extremely easy and pleasant. Highly recommend!
David W. and his team put together a deal on a car that I am very happy with. They made the whole process extremely easy and pleasant. Highly recommend!

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Outstanding experience from beginning to end. Hard to beat excellent customer service and attractive prices. Highly recommend.

Outstanding experience from beginning to end. Hard to beat excellent customer service and attractive prices. Highly recommend.

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Best company I’ve dealt with in buying a car. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to skip all the nonsense and get straight to buying without the back and forth nonsense.
Best company I’ve dealt with in buying a car. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to skip all the nonsense and get straight to buying without the back and forth nonsense.

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Our experience with Vantage was extraordinary. Unexpectedly we found ourselves in a panic when our car just stopped and it was clear to us that we needed a new car! Our son recommended Mark Viegas and from start to finish, each step was seamless. Every person we encountered was professional , knowledgeable and excellent at their job. We were able to sell our original car and purchase a new car without any stress. We highly recommend Vantage Auto Group, Many Thanks for making this experience such a positive one Brad was also a pleasure to work with making sure the delivery was seamless

Our experience with Vantage was extraordinary. Unexpectedly we found ourselves in a panic when our car just stopped and it was clear to us that we needed a new car! Our son recommended Mark Viegas and from start to finish, each step was seamless. Every person we encountered was professional , knowledgeable and excellent at their job. We were able to sell our original car and purchase a new car without any stress. We highly recommend Vantage Auto Group, Many Thanks for making this experience such a positive one Brad was also a pleasure to work with making sure the delivery was seamless

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